There are so many fun trends in the style blogging community that I feel like I miss out on because of the balmy climate of Florida. So when we actually get days below 50 degrees, I take full advantage. Thus, this entire outfit was built around the premise of layering two pairs of tights.
This really worked out fantastically, because I don’t really like either pair of these tights on their own, but they work really great together. The pale blue pair is actually capri length, but it’s too sheer for my liking. The lace pair just feels a bit odd with bare legs underneath. But match them together (with a pair of socks hidden in the boots for extra warmth) and it all works out.
That denim skirt was a late shopping ban find on Ebay. I was really tired of how my fly-front denim skirt kept riding up, so I wanted to find a replacement that had a side zipper, was a bit longer and a bit darker. I bought this one on a whim (despite the ugly photo in the listing) and it turned out to be exactly what I wanted. The fabric is a cotton spandex, and it fits beautifully. This will definitely be an all-season wardrobe staple for me.
I really need to knit some more cashmere blend cardigans. I’ve been wearing this one like crazy lately. I noticed that this outfit is kind of similar to this one that I wore a few weeks before. When your winter wardrobe is small, there’s a lot of remixing, but I think this take on the outfit is different enough to not be too repetitive.
Red Henley: Personal Identity (Thrifted)
Cardigan: Minimalist (handknit by me)
Shawl Stick: Snokist Farm Girl
Skirt: Ann Taylor LOFT (Ebay)
Blue Tights: Hue
Red Lace Tights: Express
Boots: Dansko Risa (Ebay)
Purse: Morelle Oyster
Pearls: Pixisette
Earrings: Sara Westermark
Quote: Jazzmatazz!
Hi and welcome! I'm Diana, and this is my blog, Smiles Go With Everything. As the title suggests, I write about a little bit of everything, but the majority of my focus is on style and sustainability and how the two interconnect. In between are sprinklings of baking, gardening, crafting, and whatever I feel like sharing.
I love it, I love it, I love it! You look so fantastic in bright colors. I love the tights layering, kudos on the skirt, and I’m still in awe of your knitting prowess. Winter is fun, huh?
All the colours work really well together there.
I’d swappy balmy temperatures for tights right now though! It’s snowing here.
how fantastic are those tights????? who would’ve thunk????
Great layering of the tights!!
Those tights are ridiculously awesome. And I have the same complaints about my fly-front denim skirts. Actually, ALL fly-front skirts. They drive me batty!
Come to think of it, my old (and retired) fly-front skirt rode up all the time, and I could never figure out why…. I no longer feel alone. I love the layered tights here. You look fantastic!
Wow, even Florida is cold!! Love the layering of the tights and that sweater is fantastic!!!
Wow! I’m super jealous of your knitting capabilities! I am way too impatient to knit. And it makes my hand hurt. I prefer sewing projects that I can finish in one day. hehe!
You look great! I love the layering of the tights!
I love this whole look! The colors, the shapes, the layered tights, the cardigan. Everything works so well!
I’m enjoying the new varied background of your photos!
so cool! i love mixing pieces that you feel ambivalent about on their own together, to make something lovely.
looks great!
Red is a wonderful color for you! I love what you did with the tights – they really pop.
I love it!! I LOVE the layered tights. What a great look.
i love the proportions of your outfit, your tights and matching tops. i’m still in love with your minimalist cardigan, diana. i think it’s so awesome that you made it yourself.
Love the layered tights, darling!
xoxox,
CC
Very creative use of tights, and I love the cardigan and fastener you used.
I think you just gave me a priceless piece of insight as to why some of my skirts ride up – it’s the fly front, is it? Genius, makes sense now I think about it and I can shop more carefully in future…
The layered tights are terrific!
I like how you are standing under the “Stair” sign because those tights definitely say “Stare!”
LOOOOOOOVE it!!!! The proportions are great, and you know I am loving the layered tights!
Oh, man, the red is just killer.
Layering tights is a great idea, especially in cold weather. And I’ve never heard of a “shawl stick” before — it’s a nice touch.
hey! I did that today too, lol. It adds interest and warmth, double bonus.
THANK GOD! A gorgeous blogger who smiles in their outfit posts! Looking smokin!
xxx
Oh that sweater. Oh that sweater. and you WOULD have MADE it! TDF!! I scrolled immediately to the bottom of your post to see where you got it. LOL. Very nice work. You should open an Etsy shop!
Great find on the skirt!
Those tights look fabulous layered. Isn’t it nice when you find new life for something in your closet?
You have the best luck on ebay – every clothing item I’ve ever purchased has been total crap. You should be my personal ebay shopper
You look great! I love the “shawl stick”, the sweater, and the red lace tights. lovelovelove.